Change of Plans

"The majority of men meet with failure because of their lack of persistence in creating new plans to take the place of those which fail."

So, I've been told our office is closing, and that I'll need to find a new job. At first, I felt defeated. I was kicked and punched by the corporate proverbial "man". But the more I think about it, I believe it to be a blessing in disguise.Not only was I overworked, and our department is understaffed, but maybe I'll actually have time to start cooking for my husband again. He misses my cooking, and we've both become fat-asses thanks to take-out/delivery food. I mean really, what do they put in that food, its rediculous. In any event, I'm going to take this opportunity to find something great for myself. This will be quite the new-start now that I have a degree to compliment my almost 10-year career. At least now I can validate leaving - and won't feel guilty for leaving the people behind that have helped me grow so much these past few years.

Yummy Hummus

This recipe is adapted from my mom's hummus recipe.  It is, by far, my favorite hummus recipe!

1 can (14 oz.) chickpeas, drained              
3 TBSP. sesame tahini (sesame paste)
1/2 cup lemon juice
1 TBSP. olive oil
3 cloves garlic finely chopped
raw veggies or pita bread

I put it all in the food processor. I save juice from chickpeas and if the dip seems too thick I add some to thin it out . When you serve you can swirl some olive oil on top and maybe some paprika!